Kibabii University Marked the Inaugural School of Nursing Commencement, Pinning, and Candle-Lighting Ceremony
Kibabii University celebrated a historic milestone on Wednesday, 19th November 2025, as the School of Nursing held its inaugural Commencement, Pinning, and Candle-Lighting Ceremony at the Tourist Hotel, Bungoma. The event marked the first graduation since the establishment of the School in 2021. The ceremony was presided over by the Dean, School of Nursing, Dr. […]
Second Delay Factors Influencing Perinatal Mortality among Mothers in Lurambi and Butere Sub-Counties, Kakamega County, Kenya
2023 KIBU Authors Catherine Mutonyi Simiyu VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Purpose: To examine the association between maternal delay in reaching appropriate health facility and perinatal mortality in Lurambi and Butere sub-counties, Kakamega Kenya Methodology: A community based retrospective cross-sectional research design was adopted using mixed methods for data collection. A total of 520 respondents were randomly […]
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE DELAY IN MAKING A TIMELY DECISION TO SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND PERINATAL MORTALITY IN LURAMBI AND BUTERE SUB-COUNTIES, KAKAMEGA COUNTY, KENYA
2021 KIBU Authors Catherine Mutonyi Simiyu VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Purpose: To determine the relationship between the delays in making a timely decision to seek medical assistance and perinatal mortality in Lurambi and Butere sub-counties, Kakamega County, Kenya. Methodology: A community based retrospective cross-sectional research design was adopted using mixed methods for data collection. A total […]
Expectant Mothers Dialogue Day in Promoting Maternal and Newborn Health
2023 KIBU Authors Lucy Natecho Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Pregnant mothers’ dialogue day has proven to be an invaluable way of promoting maternal and newborn health in East-Sang’alo Sub-location, Kanduyi Sub-county in Bungoma County. The strategy is to promote and strengthen community based maternal and newborn health care, family planning, male involvement, the […]
Current Public Health Issues Globally and in Africa
2024 KIBU Authors Lucy Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Introduction: Public health focuses on disease prevention and the overall improvement of human life. Research makes it clear that the importance of public health cannot be understated. The Centre of Disease Control (CDC) defines public health as “the science of protecting and improving the health of […]
Respectful Maternity Care Interventions in Promoting Quality at Level 5 Health Facilities in Bungoma County, Kenya
2021 KIBU Authors Lucy N. Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract High maternal and newborn mortality is a pressing problem in developing settings. Poor treatment during childbirth contributes directly and indirectly to this problem at 82%. Many women experience disrespectful and abusive treatment during childbirth worldwide which violates their rights. In Kenya 20% of women […]
Women’s persistent utilisation of unskilled birth attendants in Kakamega County, Kenya
2016 KIBU Authors L.N. Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Background: Minority of births in sub-Saharan Africa are conducted by skilled birth attendants. Having the highest world maternal mortality ratios and most deaths being associated with lack of trained supervision at delivery. Changing delivery practices is a major priority in this region. Objective: To determine the factors […]
Assessment of Women’s Experience of Care during Childbirth for Quality Improvement at Level 5 Health Facilities in Bungoma County, Kenya
2022 KIBU Authors Lucy Natecho Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract High maternal and newborn mortality is a pressing problem in developing countries. Poor treatment during childbirth contributes directly and indirectly to this problem. Many women experience disrespectful and abusive treatment during childbirth worldwide which violates their rights. In Kenya, 20% of women report having […]
Assessment of Factors Contributing to Delayed Surgeries in Enlarged Prostate Patients: A Survey at Kisumu County Referral Hospital
2021 KIBU Authors Lucy Natecho Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract Enlarged prostate, also known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is the enlargement of the prostate gland in men resulting in frequent urination, weak urine stream, and inability to completely empty the bladder. Prostate cancer is the second most commonly occurring cancer in men and […]
Respectful Maternity Care Interventions: A Systematic Literature Review.
2021 KIBU Authors Lucy Natecho Namusonge VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE Abstract High maternal and new born mortality remains a pressing problem in developing settings. Poor treatment during childbirth contributes directly and indirectly to this problem at a rate of 82%. Many women experience disrespectful and abusive treatment during childbirth in facilities worldwide which violates their […]